“We are not called to be safe, we are simply promised that when we are in danger, God is right there with us. And there is no better place to be than in His hands.” Katie Davis You know, we American Christians live a pretty comfy, cozy life. We don't face much danger for being … Continue reading Not Safe
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Erased
Fifth grade. That is a grade I will never forget. That is the grade I chose to cheat almost an entire school year. That is the grade that changed my life forever. That is the one mistake that I wish I could go back and change. Do you ever wish you could go back and … Continue reading Erased
A Youth Pastor’s Wife Has Tik Tok!?!
Yup. I do. I recently signed up for Tik Tok after a photography mentor suggested it for increased exposure to clients in your area. I had heard a lot about Tik Tok from our teens, but didn't really know that much about it. I thought it was mainly dancing and silly challenges. And BOY was … Continue reading A Youth Pastor’s Wife Has Tik Tok!?!
The Hillbilly Princess: Chapter 1
Preface: I have always loved writing and I've always loved fairy tales. This is the start to a fairy tale that I am writing. I'd love to know your thoughts! You know, I've never had a reason to complain about my life. I mean why would I? I have had just about the cushiest … Continue reading The Hillbilly Princess: Chapter 1
Today I Chose
Today I chose. The choice in and of itself isn't that important. What was important is that I chose. I chose to make cookies. Now making cookies is neither wrong nor right, but the fact remains that I chose to make cookies. I chose to make cookies even though I am supposed to be on … Continue reading Today I Chose
I Surrender All
Three simple words. Three simple words that have changed the way I think drastically. Three simple words. “I. Surrender. All.” We sing “I surrender all” just like every good Christian should. We even say that we mean it- and maybe we think we do. But the fact is. Do we? Do we really surrender all? … Continue reading I Surrender All
First Impressions Count
What was the first impression you had of your spouse? Do you remember? I remember that my first impression was that he was really annoying and that I wished he would go away. He said his first impression of me was that he loved me at first sight and knew he was going to marry … Continue reading First Impressions Count
A Cool Glass of Water
Pregnancy. Oh, Pregnancy. I sometimes forget how awful you truly are. The constant nausea, restless legs, backaches, heartburn- the list could go on and on. But you are also beautiful too. You are creating a new life inside of me. You are forming my son and helping him to grow bigger and stronger. On top … Continue reading A Cool Glass of Water
Let’s Celebrate!!!
One of the greatest joys of my life is the day that I became a mom. Many of you are probably thinking of the day when my daughter was born. However, I have another day in mind. You see, I became a mom the moment that my daughter was conceived. I didn't know it yet … Continue reading Let’s Celebrate!!!
Ping-Pong, Isaac Blessings, and Psalm 69
If I had to describe what this past year has been like, I could sum it up in one phrase. Ping-Pong. Our year has been full of Isaac Blessings and trials like that of Psalm 69. This year has been crazy, to say the least. In March, we welcomed our beautiful little girl into this … Continue reading Ping-Pong, Isaac Blessings, and Psalm 69